Oldham, England Brings Open Source To Schools

[ Thanks to Sakshi Garg for this link. ]

"The Linux-based lash-up they've chosen uses open source Squid cache and web proxy software along with MySQL and WebSense filtering and security software. MySQL was reportedly chosen because "it's free and simple to use.""

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